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Friday, April 15, 2016

MARIAH CAREY, INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR AND DIVA AMONGST DIVAS, TOURS SOUTH AFRICA FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME SWEET SWEET FANTASY TOUR

Live Nation and Big
Concerts are proud and delighted to announce that Mariah Carey, the
best-selling female artist of all time, will be performing in South Africa for
the very first time in 2016 with ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy” tour.

On the heels of a sell-out Las Vegas residency and one of the most exciting years of her extraordinary career, the global superstar will be taking her fans on a thrilling journey of wonder as she performs her biggest, career- defining hits. To reward her legions of super-loyal South African fans, the Sweet Sweet Fantasy tour will visit Johannesburg on 1st and 2nd May 2016 at the Ticketpro Dome. Presented by 947, 702, Mzanzi Magic Music and Channel 24. Another Big Concerts Experience

“Lambily, it’s been too long!! I’m so
excited to be coming to South Africa to perform for you all. I promise we’re
going to share the most amazing moments together and I have so many surprises
in store for you daahhlings! Can’t wait to see you all in your hometown. Love
Mariah xx”

Drawing on a back
catalogue of over 18 No. 1 singles, Mariah will be performing her biggest hits,
including the timeless ‘Hero’, ‘Fantasy’, ‘Always Be My Baby’, the
global smash hit ‘We Belong Together’ and many, many more.

Mariah Carey is a
music icon, a soul legend, a pop phenomenon, a breathtaking live artist and
planet Earth’s best-selling female artist of all time. She has sold over 220
million records and 17 of her 18 Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles have been
self-penned, including 'Fantasy', 'Always Be My Baby', 'Hero', 'Touch My Body',
'One Sweet Day', and 'We Belong Together', more than any other solo artist.

With her distinct
five-octave vocal range, prolific songwriting, and producing talent, Mariah has
defined the modern pop artist. As a singer/songwriter/producer, amongst her
countless awards, she has been recognized with multiple Grammy Awards, 21
American Music Awards, Billboard's “Artist of the Decade” Award, the World
Music Award for “World's Best Selling Female Artist Of The Millennium,” and
BMI's “Icon Award” for her outstanding achievements in songwriting.

She has topped the
charts globally and has played to packed audiences in stadiums and arenas
around the world. Her combination of stellar talents has inspired her dedicated
fans in almost every country and set new standards for excellence in the music
industry.

Mariah Carey's
ongoing impact transcends the music industry to leave an indelible imprint upon
the world at large. She has made substantial marks in film with critically
acclaimed roles in Precious (2009), Lee Daniel’s The Butler (2013) and most
recently Mariah made her directorial debut in A Christmas Melody, a special
festive feature for Hallmark, in which she also stars. A Christmas Melody airs
in the US on December 19, on the Hallmark channel, followed immediately after
by her Christmas special. A Congressional Award recipient, Mariah has
generously donated her time and energy to a range of philanthropic causes near
to her heart including Save the Music, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, World Hunger
Relief, and the Elton John AIDS Foundation, among many others. A tremendous
supporter of children’s charities, both domestic and international, Mariah
founded Camp Mariah in partnership with the Fresh Air Fund, a retreat for inner
city children to explore career development.

Tickets for the Johannesburg dates go on sale at 9am on Thursday 17
December from Big Concerts and Computicket

Stay up to date with
tour announcements at http://www.mariahcarey.com/tour and
follow Mariah on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/mariahcarey
and Twitter at @MariahCarey

A special
members-only pre-sale for Mariah Carey’s official online fan community, Honey
B. Fly, will begin Tuesday, December 15 on www.mariahcarey.com.
Honey B. Fly Legacy members will receive first access to tickets and official
VIP Packages. Fans may purchase a "Honey B. Fly Live Pass" now, which
gives them access not only to ticket & VIP Package pre-sales, but also a
free membership to Honey B. Fly, access to the HBF Community forum and
exclusive members-only promotions. Fans who are already registered may upgrade
their account with the Honey B. Fly Live Pass on www.mariahcarey.com.